Unlock the Power of the Asustor Nimbustor 4 Gen2 AS5404T: A Hands-On Review
Asustor Nimbustor 4 AS5404T Review: A Performance-Focused NAS for Demanding Users
Are you a demanding home user or small office seeker of a powerful NAS (Network-Attached Storage) solution? Look no further than the Asustor Nimbustor 4 AS5404T, a high-performance NAS enclosure that packs a punch with its Intel Celeron N5105 processor and 4GB of RAM.
Key Features
- 4-bay NAS enclosure with tool-less 3.5in and 2.5in SATA disk support
- Intel Celeron N5105 processor and 4GB of RAM
- 2.5GbE ports and three USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports
- Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10 configurations
- Four NVMe slots for SSD caching and acceleration
- Easy-to-use Asustor ADM operating system
- Comprehensive App Central with 272 apps for networking, surveillance, productivity, and entertainment
- HDMI port for multimedia output
- Compatible with Windows 11 and Chromebook, with SMB1 optional
Performance Tests
In our testing, the AS5404T showed impressive performance, with ATTO disk benchmark results far exceeding those of 1GbE competitors. In file operations, the NAS also outperformed 2.5GbE rivals, although it struggled with the PCMark 10 Data Drive benchmark. However, its simple Windows file copying test revealed a strong performer, managing 85MB/sec writes and 75MB/sec reads.
Ease of Use
The Asustor ADM operating system is user-friendly and comprehensive, with a focus on multimedia and networking applications. Our minor quibbles included difficulties accessing shares from Chromebook and Windows 11 systems, requiring SMB1 to be enabled.
Conclusion
The Asustor Nimbustor 4 AS5404T is a solid choice for demanding home users or small offices seeking a performer NAS. With its powerful processor, ample RAM, and flexible storage options, this NAS excels in both speed and capacity. Add the ease of use and comprehensive App Central, and you have a winning combination.
Price and Availability:
The Asustor Nimbustor 4 AS5404T is available at a price point of around $400-$500, depending on the retailer and configuration. With its impressive performance and value, it’s our Labs Winner for small business NAS solutions.
